Dear Columbia Crest Families,

Welcome March. Spring is almost here and we can’t wait to see the flowers begin to bloom. Spring brings about new life, new opportunities and new learning.

There are lots of exciting events coming up this month. We hope to have families enjoy our Talent Show, Career Fair, Honor Society Induction and the McTee Music Festival.

In addition, on March 10th, our middle school students will get to watch a play titled, Above Between Below. This touring assembly is designed to engage students in conversations about managing conflicts, bullying and building resiliency. The plot revolves around an embarrassing cellphone video gone viral, physical intimidation and gossip. These events lead to a confrontation between four students who must choose to take action as a person who is targeted and victimized or a person who bullies. Following each performance, students participate in a discussion with the cast aimed to spark further conversation about how conflicts emerge and to brainstorm positive alternatives and outcomes. Above Between Below aligns with the following WA State Benchmarks for Social Emotional Learning. I encourage parents to join us in the audience on Tuesday, March 10th at 12:00 in our Gym.

Have a great month as we launch into Spring.

Respectfully,

Principal Shew

To qualify for Preschool students must by 3 years of age by August 31st, 2020. Sign up using this link http://bit.ly/preschoolESD

To qualify for Kindergarten students must by 5 years of age by August 31st, 2020. Stop by our office for an enrollment packet.

Our Preschool Program is for 3, 4, and 5 year olds. We offer meals and transportation. Class is Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays from 9:00a.m. – 11:30a.m. The program is $25 a month for those who qualify for Free or Reduced Lunch or $190 otherwise. Please be prepared to pay a one-time $190 Registration Fee.

Our Kindergarten Program is full time, five days a week; 7:45a.m. – 2:15p.m.

Preschool and Kindergarten begins on Tuesday, September 8th, 2020.

We do need an updated immunization record, birth certificate and proof of residency when registering for the first time.

If you would like to message us directly to inform us if you have an incoming Preschooler or Kindergartener, we will be happy to reserve your child’s space as we do have a capacity to be cautious of filling.

For specific questions feel free to email us at L.Fitzer@EatonvilleSchools.org

Description:Self-esteem means you mostly feel good about yourself. Kids with self-esteem: feel proud of what they can do. see the good things about themselves. believe in themselves, even when they don't do well at first.

Happy March Columbia Crest Families!

I am so excited that the sky has been lighter earlier and we have seen some sunshine! As we move into March we will begin focusing on our trait of the month, self-esteem. The way we teach self-esteem to our students is feeling good about themselves! Kids who feel good about themselves have the confidence to try new things, are more likely to try their best and feel proud about what they do. Self-esteem can also help kids cope with mistakes and try again even if they fail at first. Having a good self-esteem helps kids find success at home, at school and with friends.

Every child is different and self-esteem may come easier to some than others, but the good news is that we can help them raise their self-esteem. You can help build your child’s self-esteem by helping your child learn new things, praising your child for their effort rather than just the outcome, be a good role model (you can model putting in effort and having a good attitude!) and focus on their strengths.

This month we will help students understand and build their self-esteem and we hope you join us in those efforts! As always, if you have any questions or concerns I can help you with please feel free to reach out.

Mrs. Jessica Sotl

360-879-1709

j.sotl@eatonville.wednet.edu

Come and learn with our students to see the vast industries we have represented.

During the wrestling banquet not only was the team handed a plaque and trophy but they were presented with a group photo that the team signed to be hung up at our local Cruisers Cafe for everyone to enjoy. Our team has about roughly 30 talented wrestlers and three dedicated coaches that the team is grateful for Marc Olsen head coach, Alex Hanson and Sidney Miller.

7th grade Ashlynn Kistenmacher, 6th grade Abriell Kistenmacher, 8th grade Cody Taylor and 8th grader Daniel Krambule.

I would like to encourage you to visit this link: https://www.eatonville.wednet.edu/ems/athletics. Once there, you will see the start date for all sports. Next, please consider clicking on the “Teams” tab to the left. This will allow you to see calendars for each sport. In addition, you may learn who the coaches are and will be able to learn how to apply using Skyward. Finally, there is information about grade checks to stay eligible to play and how the ASB payment goes toward the sports fees.

Upcoming sports opportunities are Track and Volleyball.

SPRING
Track & Field: first day of practice Mar. 30, 2020
Girl's Volleyball: first day of practice Mar. 30, 2020

Grade Checks

Student Athletes are required to pass all classes. A grade check is done at the beginning of the season and every two weeks after. If a student fails a class they are placed on the following steps:

• Step 1: Probation, two weeks to get grade up.
• Step 2: Can go to practice, no contests or traveling until next grade check. Has two weeks to get grades up.
• Step 3: Removal from team.

For information call the middle school at 360-879-1400.

Join us for a for formal evening honoring the middle school students who have earned a high Grade Point Average. Congratulations:

Isabelle Powell

Ella Gendreau

Kennedy Powell

Delaney Johnson

Teagan Ellington

Lillian Moore

Bailey Andersen

Bodie Turner

Hannah Hanson

Taylor Cantrell

Jaida Green

Jennavieve Smith

Linnea Lofgren

Lila Mahon

Bridget Stumph

Rilynne Johnson

David Krambule

Willa Rovang

Tallula Rigtrup

Elizabeth Vest

Lauryn Stockton

Get your favorite honey, coffee and your garden seeds all while supporting your students school, Columbia Crest PTO! All proceeds help us provide many fun activities for our students and families throughout the year. With your purchase your support can help us pay for assemblies, provide testing snacks for our students, field day and host family appreciation events.

Use the link below to look at the options.

Our school would greatly appreciate donations of forks and spoons as we only use stainless steel silverware for breakfast and lunches.

The Columbia Crest Band has a wonderful opportunity to perform again for this year’s McTee Music Festival on March 19 at 7:00 p.m. in the large gym at EHS. All district schools will be participating again this year. Our band will be joining forces with the EMS band in performing several songs.

Students will need to dress in concert black/white for this formal program with a white dress shirt/blouse or polo shirt (no t-shirts) and black pants/skirt and black shoes.

It will be a great evening of music so reserve the date on your calendar!

Attached is the newly revised School District Calendar. Friday, March 13th is now a school day to make up for the snow day we had this winter.

The attached calendar has all dates parents need to be aware of including, half days, late starts and the last day of school. Please use this as a reference through June 2020.

The district is hosting a Love and Logic Parenting Workshop.

When: Wednesdays from 6:30-8:30pm from January 29-March 4

Location: Eatonville Middle School, Library

Cost: The workshop costs $15 for the cost of the book.

At this time there will not be dinner or child care offered.

How do you register? Please e-mail Anisa Parks: a.parks@eatonvilleschools.org

There is limited space, so please sign up soon.

Email: a.shew@eatonville.wednet.edu
Website: www.eatonville.wednet.edu/CCA
Location: 24503 SR 706 E Ashford, WA 98304
Phone: (360)569-2567
Facebook: facebook.com/ColumbiaCrestASTEM
Twitter: @CC_STEM_School

Principal: Mrs. Allison Shew

Secretary: Ms. Lindsay Fitzer

CCA Office Hours: 7:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Student Hours: 7:45 a.m. – 2:15 p.m.

Attendance Message Line: 360-569-2567

Transportation: 360-879-1900